Victor Osimhen has long been planning to leave Napoli this summer but didn’t expect the difficulties in finding a new club as Antonio Conte waits for Romelu Lukaku. Genoa CFC Loading official content
The 25-year-old Nigerian striker penned a new contract with the Partenopei back in December that included a €120-130m release clause, and he hoped it would be activated this summer, ready for a new adventure after a positive four-year spell on the Campania coast.
Osimhen is dreaming of a move to the Premier League but his lofty price tag has seemingly scared away potential suitors like Arsenal and Chelsea. Paris Saint-Germain and some clubs in Saudi Arabia are keen, but offers haven’t materialised yet.
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Daniele Longo of Calciomercato.com suggests that Napoli still haven’t received any offers for Osimhen and are willing to listen to proposals in the region of around €100m as they look to cash in on the striker this summer.
Conte quickly identified Lukaku as one of his primary targets ahead of the new season, but a deal for the Chelsea striker can’t be completed until the Napoli forward is sold, leaving things on standby.
